Overview
Our Private Ten Lakes Spectacular Tour is the perfect opportunity for small groups of friends or family to enjoy their very own Private Tour. Our luxury, spacious 6 Seater minibus will allow you to travel the central Lake District in style.
The Lake District is renowned for being the most beautiful corner of England. This full-day tour introduces you to ; a magnificent scenery of mountains, valleys, and lakes from the south to the north. The tour includes a lake cruise, a visit to the 4,000-year-old Castlerigg Stone Circle, set high on the fells, and time in Keswick for lunch.
On this Lake District tour you will also travel over mountain passes, through beautiful valleys, see waterfalls, and traditional Lakeland villages.
Along the way, you will pass some of the region’s most spectacular sights, such as Borrowdale Valley, Newlands Valley, Thirlmere, and Grasmere. A highlight is the Castlerigg Stone Circle, one of the most famous and most visited stone circles in the country.
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What's included
Private transportation
Exclusive use of a Mercedes Viano
Knowledgeable & friendly driver guide
Commentary in English
Lake Cruise
Lunch and refreshments.
Entrance Fees, unless specified.
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
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Windermere Tourist Information Centre 100 yards from the Railway Station
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time
What to expect
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Kirkstone Pass
Travel over a Lake District Mountain Pass
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Ullswater Lake
England's 2nd largest lake
Please note: *Due to Kirkstone Pass road closures, the tour will not visit Ullswater or Brotherswater on the following dates:
6th March 2023 - 3rd April 2023
5th June 2023 - 3rd July 2023
11th September 2023 for 2+ weeks
1st March 2024 - 22nd March 2024
These tours will still be running as usual but with a temporary diversion route; the duration of your experience will remain the same with another spectacular scenery visit added elsewhere. -
Castlerigg Stone Circle
15 min
One of the earliest British circles dating back over 4000 years.
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Derwentwater
30 min
Enjoy a lake cruise on either Derwentwater or Ullswater
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Ashness Bridge
20 min
View the Lake District's most photographed bridge as well as Suprise View with amazing views over Derwentwater.
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Honister Slate Mine
20 min
Travel over Honister Pass and into Newlands Valley.
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Buttermere Lake
20 min
Travel past Buttermere
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The Grasmere Gingerbread Shop
30 min
Stop in Grasmere, famous for Sarah Nelson's Gingerbread & William Wordsworth
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/London).
Additional Information
- We are happy to accept assistance dogs only on this tour. Please contact us to advise us in advance.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 1 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Private Tour: Ten Lakes Spectacular
Can I cancel Private Tour: Ten Lakes Spectacular for free?
No. All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
How long does it take?
It takes about 8 hours.
Where does it start?
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What's included?
- Private transportation
- Exclusive use of a Mercedes Viano
- Knowledgeable & friendly driver guide
- Commentary in English
- Lake Cruise
What's not included?
- Lunch and refreshments.
- Entrance Fees, unless specified.
Which places does it visit?
It visits Kirkstone Pass, Ullswater Lake, Castlerigg Stone Circle, Derwentwater, Ashness Bridge, Honister Slate Mine, Buttermere Lake, The Grasmere Gingerbread Shop.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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